Tao Dewang, Leng Rufeng, and Ma Xiaoyao were sitting on chairs respectively, drinking tea and talking.
"Ma Xiaoyao, I really admire you and want to recruit you to the Imperial City Academy." Tao Dewang said with a smile: "What do you think?"
Ma Xiaoyao was stunned. He had imagined many possibilities, but he did not expect it to be this possibility... The dignified prince personally came forward to recruit him, and the face he gave was indeed great... And the Imperial City Academy was the entire secret realm
The most powerful college, if you can enter the Imperial City College for further study, you will definitely be reused after graduation... Maybe you can also use it to catch the big boat of Tao Dewang, and use Tao Dewang's power to get rid of Han Mingguang's shackles... Ma
Xiaoyao thought a lot at that moment...
Leng Rufeng's brows had long been furrowed, poaching his apprentice in front of him! He simply didn't take him seriously! It's a pity that the other party is a county king, and Leng Rufeng can't afford to offend him! Even if he feels guilty in his heart
I can only endure it if I am angry.
"Ma Xiaoyao, as long as you are willing to come to Imperial City Academy, I will accept you as a registered disciple." Tao Dewang continued to promise: "I will arrange you into the best class, ask the best teacher to teach you, and I will teach you in the shortest possible time."
It takes time for you to become a level five warrior! Let me tell you this, as long as you enter the Imperial City Academy, I guarantee that you will have dazzling achievements!"
Is Ma Xiaoyao excited? Of course he is! But... He glanced at Leng Rufeng, who was frowning, and felt a little heavy. Leng Rufeng was so good to him. If he changed jobs and went to Imperial City College, he would be so sorry to Leng Rufeng.
Already.
Seeing that Ma Xiaoyao didn't speak, Leng Rufeng knew that Ma Xiaoyao was tempted, but because he didn't have the face to say yes, Leng Rufeng sighed slightly in his heart. Although he was reluctant to let Ma Xiaoyao go, but
Not wanting to delay Ma Xiaoyao's future, Leng Rufeng breathed out softly: "Xiaoyao... Vice President Tao's invitation... you can agree."
"Master..." Ma Xiaoyao looked anxious: "I actually..."
Leng Rufeng waved his hand: "You don't have to care about my feelings! You are my apprentice, and I hope you will have a great future! It will be much better for you to study at Imperial City College than to stay with me!"
"Dean Leng really understands justice." Tao Dewang nodded appreciatively: "I originally thought you wouldn't let him go."
"I really can't bear to let Ma Xiaoyao leave." Leng Rufeng said with a bitter smile: "Vice President Tao can see that Ma Xiaoyao is a good young talent, and I can also see it... I was originally prepared to teach Ma Xiaoyao well, but
Now...since Vice President Tao has personally come forward, I can only stand aside."
"Dean Leng, don't be so aggrieved." Tao Dewang waved his hand: "Even if Ma Xiaoyao enters the Imperial City Academy to study, he will still be your apprentice. No one can erase this. When Ma Xiaoyao becomes successful in the future, you
This master’s face is also shining.”
As expected of a county king, his eloquence is remarkable.
Leng Rufeng nodded: "Vice President Tao is absolutely right. It is his blessing that Ma Xiaoyao has the honor to study at Imperial City College. I am really happy for him." Since I can't stop it, I sincerely wish him the best.
Tao Dewang turned to look at Ma Xiaoyao, who was silent: "What about you? Haven't you made a decision yet? Your master has already expressed his stance!"
Ma Xiaoyao raised his head and glanced at Leng Rufeng, then at Tao Dewang, and finally made a decision that surprised everyone: "I...I won't go to Imperial City College."
"Why?" The smile on Tao Dewang's face slowly disappeared.
Even Leng Rufeng's face was full of surprise: "Xiaoyao, think carefully before you speak."
Ma Xiaoyao nodded: "I thought clearly! I decided to stay with Master and not go to Imperial City Academy."
"You...don't be confused..." Leng Rufeng was touched and angry at the same time. Ma Xiaoyao's concern for his master and apprentice certainly moved him deeply, but Ma Xiaoyao's abandonment of his own future made him very angry. Leng Rufeng's eyes
He glared: "Xiaoyao, I know you care about feelings, but sometimes you have to learn to make choices! Vice President Tao deigned to condescend to recruit you personally. How much face does this give you? How can you refuse! Not yet!
Apologize to Vice President Tao quickly!"
"Master, please stop trying to persuade me. I have already made my decision and will not change it any more." At this point, Ma Xiaoyao stood up and bowed to Vice President Tao: "Vice President Tao, thank you for appreciating me.
But I’m afraid I’m going to disappoint you, I really can’t go to Imperial City College!”
"Give me a reason." Tao Dewang said expressionlessly. Anyone who is familiar with Tao Dewang will know that the more expressionless Tao Dewang is, the greater the anger in his heart. His dignified prince personally came to invite him, but he was rejected?
Being rejected by a little guy with no identity or foundation made Tao Dewang very embarrassed! If Ma Xiaoyao didn't give him a reasonable and satisfactory reason today, he would never let Ma Xiaoyao go easily!
Ma Xiaoyao took a deep breath: "To be honest, Vice President Tao said that I was originally an outsider, but then I learned martial arts by chance, and the more I practiced, the better I became. Finally, I became a third-level martial artist without knowing it.
I was forcibly captured here by the inspector of the secret realm... When I first arrived here, I didn't know anyone. It could be said that I was lonely and without friends, and my heart was filled with a deep sense of powerlessness! Later I encountered some hardships,
I suffered a lot of bullying, my abilities were low, and no one helped me, so I could only grit my teeth and bear it alone... Just when my heart was about to go numb, Dean Leng Rufeng appeared... He gave me the strength to continue fighting.
Courage, it was he who gave me selfless care, and it was he who made me cheer up again...I am very grateful to Dean Leng Rufeng! As the saying goes, every little favor should be repaid by a spring, and Dean Leng Rufeng cared for me so much,
How can I abandon him? I want to stay with Dean Leng Rufeng, serve him well and honor him! Repay his kindness to me!" Ma Xiaoyao's words can be described as affectionate. Of course, there are
Some of his words are exaggerated and false, but they sound very touching.
Leng Rufeng was indeed moved, her eyes were red, and her face was full of excitement: "Okay... okay... I really saw you right..."
Tao Dewang also kept nodding: "Good boy! It's rare for you to have such thoughts! Dean Leng, you have accepted a good disciple!" At this point, Tao Dewang pushed away the chair and stood up: "I don't think I can do anything.
You didn't say it! Ma Xiaoyao, I remember you! I hope we have another chance to meet in the future!" After saying that, Tao Dewang strode out of the room.
After sending Tao Dewang away, Leng Rufeng pointed at Ma Xiaoyao with some blame: "You... why are you so emotional! I know you value feelings, but you can't joke about your own future!"
"For me, Master, you are the most important!" Ma Xiaoyao smiled.
"you……"
"Master, don't worry, even if I don't go to Imperial City College, I will still be successful!"
"You are quite confident!"
"That's right! Don't even look at whose disciple I am!"
"You kid...that's all. Since you don't want to go to Imperial City College, I won't force you. From now on, I will teach you with all my heart. With your qualifications, you will surpass me sooner or later. By then, even if you want to stay
Even if you are by my side, I will not drive you away!"
"Let's talk about the rest later!"
"Then what? Xiahoumen and others want to spend a few more days in the imperial city. What do you think?"
"Okay, I have no objection. After finally coming to the Imperial City, I should spend a few more days playing."
"You young people just like to play... By the way, I don't object to you going out to play, but you have to be careful, Long Xiaolin and his son are still watching you."
"Don't worry, I won't let them get the handle!"
…
After the master and apprentice chatted for a few words, they dispersed. Leng Rufeng returned to the room to read, while Ma Xiaoyao left the inn with his hands behind his back.
The reason why Ma Xiaoyao rejected Tao Dewang was because of his own considerations. First of all, he had to worry about Leng Rufeng's feelings. In any case, Leng Rufeng was very good to him, and Ma Xiaoyao didn't want to do anything like burning bridges. Secondly, he was in the ring.
After defeating ten players from Imperial City College, the players who can represent Imperial City College in the competition must be elite talents from the college, and they may also have great backgrounds. If Ma Xiaoyao really enters Imperial City College to study, he will definitely be faced with that.
The grudges and rejections of the ten contestants would cause him so much trouble. Ma Xiaoyao didn't want to put most of his energy into the fight. The last point was about Leng Rufeng. Ma Xiaoyao was lonely and helpless in the secret realm.
It's not easy to find a master who really cares about him. Although Leng Rufeng's level is not very high, he can still protect him. Ma Xiaoyao doesn't want to give up such a good protection umbrella!
Although Tao Dewang also said that he would accept Ma Xiaoyao as a registered disciple, this was just a verbal promise. As for whether he will fulfill it in the future, he needs to think carefully. Even if Tao Dewang fulfills his promise, I am afraid he will not have much time to teach Ma Xiaoyao.
After all, Tao Dewang is a county king and oversees the Imperial City Academy. He must be busy with a lot of things, so where can he take care of Ma Xiaoyao?
After careful consideration, Ma Xiaoyao finally chose Leng Rufeng. Although it was a pity to give up the opportunity to enter the Imperial City Academy, Ma Xiaoyao did not regret it! Because he believed that the decision he made was the wisest!
After experiencing so many hardships, Ma Xiaoyao became more cautious and cautious in doing things. He had to think carefully about every step he took and it was best not to do things that he was not sure about.
…
In the next few days, Ma Xiaoyao played outside during the day, and returned to the inn at night to talk with Leng Rufeng and held a candle until late at night before returning to the room to fall asleep.
One thing that made Ma Xiaoyao very angry was that every time he went out, someone would monitor him. He checked carefully and found that the people monitoring him were sent by Long Xiaolin and his son. It seemed that Long Xiaolin and his son really didn't want to let go.
It's a good time to cross the horse.
"Before leaving the imperial city, we must find a way to deal with Long Xiaolin and his son! We must not bring hidden dangers back to Baihu Banner Academy!" Ma Xiaoyao said secretly. In the imperial city, Long Xiaolin and his son still had some scruples and did not dare to
If they blatantly cause trouble for him, Ma Xiaoyao's situation will become worse if he returns to Baihu Banner Academy. Even with Leng Rufeng standing by to protect him, his scruples cannot withstand the revenge of Long Xiaolin and his son.
Instead of just waiting to be killed, why not take the initiative to fight back!
After several days of investigation, Ma Xiaoyao came up with a way...a more sinister way...
This morning, Ma Xiaoyao put on makeup and dressed himself up as an old man in his sixties. He hunched over and left the inn shakily... He deliberately slipped a few corners on the street,
Make sure no one is following him...
A smile appeared at the corner of Ma Xiaoyao's mouth. It seemed that his appearance successfully deceived those guys...
Huh huh... Do you think I won't dare to show up if I'm standing guard outside the inn? Huh!
After confirming that no one was following him, Ma Xiaoyao felt much more relaxed. With his hands behind his back, he walked towards the opposite street with a steady pace, making many twists and turns. Finally, Ma Xiaoyao walked into a very luxurious courtyard.
"Oh... the uncle is here." A gorgeous woman walked over with her slender waist twisted. She was far away, and a pungent fragrance wafted from her body.
"Find me a seat with a good view!" Ma Xiaoyao threw out a banknote.
"Okay, okay, I'll make arrangements for you right now." After taking the banknote, the smile on the woman's face became even brighter. She led Ma Xiaoyao to the depths of the yard, and then entered an attic. Finally, the woman arranged for Ma Xiaoyao.
A seat by the window on the second floor: "Uncle, what do you think of this place?"
"Well, not bad." Ma Xiaoyao nodded.
"What would you like to eat, uncle?" the woman asked with a smile on her face.
"A few plates of meat and vegetables, a jug of good wine, and... find me two girls." Ma Xiaoyao pulled out the chair and sat down with a big sword, holding his voice and saying.
"Okay! Please wait a moment, sir! I'll make arrangements for you right away!" The woman left quickly.
Ma Xiaoyao sat on a chair, tilting his head and observing the situation outside. From his position, he could take in the entire courtyard.
This is a famous entertainment venue in the imperial city. Ma Xiaoyao observed that Young Master Long would come here to play almost every day. Not only Young Master Long, but also many young men also liked to play here. Ma Xiaoyao had been planning the plan for several days before preparing it.
Implemented here.
After a while, someone brought meat dishes and wine, and then two beautiful-looking women came up, sitting on chairs and drinking and chatting with Ma Xiaoyao.
While Ma Xiaoyao was dealing with the two women, he carefully observed the situation outside. Suddenly, he raised his eyebrows and slowly raised the corners of his mouth... Young Master Long is here! He also brought a bunch of scoundrels with him! A glint flashed in Ma Xiaoyao's eyes,
He secretly said in his heart: Mr. Long, since you are here today, don’t even think about leaving again!
…
As soon as Young Master Long arrived, he threw out a handful of banknotes, causing the women to scream.
"Hahaha... scream, whoever screams louder, I will give her more banknotes!" Young Master Long laughed, he liked this feeling of spending money like water.
"Hey! How generous!" A young man, holding a folding fan, led a group of thugs and swaggered in.
Young Master Long's face darkened: "Yan Xiaoming, I can throw away my own money however I want. Do you care about it?"
"I didn't want to care about you!" Yan Xiaoming curled his lips: "I just said...You, Mr. Long, are so generous! You really take money instead of money! Oh, by the way, I heard that you were cheated a few days ago.
, I defrauded hundreds of thousands of taels of silver in one fell swoop... Tsk, tsk, tsk... If it were me, I would definitely not dare to come out to see people, lest I be embarrassed..."
"Yan Xiaoming! You want to make yourself uncomfortable, right?" Young Master Long's eyes widened.
